The best glamping pod rentals near Murwillumbah, New South Wales

The small northeastern NSW town of Murwillumbah is situated within an extinct volcanic caldera, beside the Tweed River and in the shadow of jagged Mt. Warning. With high rainfall and rich volcanic soils, the fertile town is surrounded by banana and sugarcane plantations. Just a few kilometres from the Queensland border and within easy driving distance of the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Byron Bay, and several national parks, there are many reasons to add Murwillumbah to your camping itinerary. As well as a couple of caravan parks and campgrounds within the town itself, the best camping options are to be found in the surrounding countryside.

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1. LoveNature Glamping Hut

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19km from Murwillumbah · 1 site · Lodging · Springbrook, QLD

Surrounded by the breathtaking views of this remarkable part of Hinterland, LoveNature glamping Hut Eco Structures offers a unique eco-friendly glamping experience. The Hut will keep you sheltered, dry and comfortable while you maximise your time in the great outdoors. You own your room with privacy and a shared bathroom beside, outdoor firepit keep you cozy in the winter and indoor heater keep you warm during the night. The Twin Falls Circuit at the Canyon lookout is a 4km walk considered the region's best short hike, Purling Brook Falls circuit is spectacular waterfalls and cool ancient forests await you in the beautiful World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest of Springbrook National Park. If you've got time, detour on the Warringa Pool track, which leads downstream from the base of the falls; you'll add another 2 kilometres to the walk and need to allow another 40 minutes to return. Note that parts of this circuit are arduous, so check your fitness to the difficulty rating before you go. Best of all lookout Springbrook National Park has breathtaking lookouts, magnificent waterfalls, dense rainforest and ancient Antarctic beech trees. The park is part of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage area. These lookouts are often shrouded by cloud, even when the weather is fine and sunny on the coast. For the best views, visit on clear, smoke-free days. Apple Tree Park Apple Tree Park forms part of the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk and is just one of many entry points. The starting point for the walk is the Settlement Campground at Purlingbrook Falls. The walk is a 54-kilometre trek through the beautiful Springbrook rainforest. You can do a much smaller distance if you prefer and still take in the great views and tranquillity of the rainforest. Pack your walking shoes, a hat and drink bottle and enjoy. See the birds, hear them chirping, be amazed at the beautiful historic trees. This spectacular location is just 29 kilometres from Mudgeeraba, at the top of the Springbrook range and is the access point for many of the amazing walks in the Springbrook area. The park itself is lovely with a brand new amenities building, barbecues and picnic tables. -Fudge shop Address: 3 Lyrebird Ridge Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5329 (2 mins drive from the hut) -Dancing Water café Address: 33 Forestry Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5335 (10 mins walk from the hut) -Springbrook café and bar Address: 10 Forestry Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5154 (5 mins walk from the hut) -English Garden Address: 2934 Springbrook Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: 0421 745 799 (15mins drive from the hut) Where to shopping: -Sophie’s sustainable fashion (Vintage) and Local stall Address:2404 Springbrook Road, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone 0438468886 -Pure Vibration ( gem shop) Address: Repeater Station Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: 0432 561 690 -Eco Valley Farm stall Address 42 Lyrebird Ridge Road, Springbrook, QLD, Australia, Queensland Phone: 0414 574 484

The small northeastern NSW town of Murwillumbah is situated within an extinct volcanic caldera, beside the Tweed River and in the shadow of jagged Mt. Warning. With high rainfall and rich volcanic soils, the fertile town is surrounded by banana and sugarcane plantations. Just a few kilometres from the Queensland border and within easy driving distance of the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Byron Bay, and several national parks, there are many reasons to add Murwillumbah to your camping itinerary. As well as a couple of caravan parks and campgrounds within the town itself, the best camping options are to be found in the surrounding countryside.

100% (3)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. LoveNature Glamping Hut

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(4)

19km from Murwillumbah · 1 site · Lodging · Springbrook, QLD

Surrounded by the breathtaking views of this remarkable part of Hinterland, LoveNature glamping Hut Eco Structures offers a unique eco-friendly glamping experience. The Hut will keep you sheltered, dry and comfortable while you maximise your time in the great outdoors. You own your room with privacy and a shared bathroom beside, outdoor firepit keep you cozy in the winter and indoor heater keep you warm during the night. The Twin Falls Circuit at the Canyon lookout is a 4km walk considered the region's best short hike, Purling Brook Falls circuit is spectacular waterfalls and cool ancient forests await you in the beautiful World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest of Springbrook National Park. If you've got time, detour on the Warringa Pool track, which leads downstream from the base of the falls; you'll add another 2 kilometres to the walk and need to allow another 40 minutes to return. Note that parts of this circuit are arduous, so check your fitness to the difficulty rating before you go. Best of all lookout Springbrook National Park has breathtaking lookouts, magnificent waterfalls, dense rainforest and ancient Antarctic beech trees. The park is part of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage area. These lookouts are often shrouded by cloud, even when the weather is fine and sunny on the coast. For the best views, visit on clear, smoke-free days. Apple Tree Park Apple Tree Park forms part of the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk and is just one of many entry points. The starting point for the walk is the Settlement Campground at Purlingbrook Falls. The walk is a 54-kilometre trek through the beautiful Springbrook rainforest. You can do a much smaller distance if you prefer and still take in the great views and tranquillity of the rainforest. Pack your walking shoes, a hat and drink bottle and enjoy. See the birds, hear them chirping, be amazed at the beautiful historic trees. This spectacular location is just 29 kilometres from Mudgeeraba, at the top of the Springbrook range and is the access point for many of the amazing walks in the Springbrook area. The park itself is lovely with a brand new amenities building, barbecues and picnic tables. -Fudge shop Address: 3 Lyrebird Ridge Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5329 (2 mins drive from the hut) -Dancing Water café Address: 33 Forestry Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5335 (10 mins walk from the hut) -Springbrook café and bar Address: 10 Forestry Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: (07) 5533 5154 (5 mins walk from the hut) -English Garden Address: 2934 Springbrook Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: 0421 745 799 (15mins drive from the hut) Where to shopping: -Sophie’s sustainable fashion (Vintage) and Local stall Address:2404 Springbrook Road, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone 0438468886 -Pure Vibration ( gem shop) Address: Repeater Station Rd, Springbrook QLD 4213 Phone: 0432 561 690 -Eco Valley Farm stall Address 42 Lyrebird Ridge Road, Springbrook, QLD, Australia, Queensland Phone: 0414 574 484

Stories from the community

Mic

September 2025

Weekend Trip to LoveNature Glamping Hut

Back for our second stay and LoveNature continues to impress. The outdoor firepit made chilly evenings magical and the amenities are spot on - equipped outdoor undercover kitchenette, hotplate, bar fridge, utensils - so you can settle in straight away. Easy access to Springbrook cafes and walks. We'll be back!

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Bert

August 2025

3 nights at LoveNature Glamping Hut

This was a perfect little space for a few days of exploring Springbrook.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best glamping pods near Murwillumbah guide

Where to go

Springbrook National Park

Just over the state border in Queensland, north of Murwillumbah, this impressive national park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area and houses lush ancient rainforest and impressive waterfalls. There are facilities for permitted tents and camper trailers at the Settlement Campground (think toilets and barbecues but no showers), but wild bush camping is not allowed in the park.

Lamington National Park

Northeast of Murwillumbah and beside the smaller Springbrook, Lamington National Park is also a part of the Gondwana World Heritage Area and offers many of the same features as Springbrook. There are, however, many more opportunities to camp here. The well-equipped O’Reilly’s Campground has tent and caravan sites as well as safari tents and ensuite pods, and various bush camping sites throughout the park can only be reached on foot. Bush camps are closed in December and January.

Byron Bay

A popular coastal town just 50 kilometres southeast of Murwillumbah, Byron Bay draws campers road-tripping through northern NSW who might want to stop at both places. Travellers come here for the beaches and for the alternative hippie lifestyle and activities. You can surf, hike, and practice yoga by day while staying the night at unpowered beachside camps or luxurious glamping pods, and everything in between.

When to go

Murwillumbah is located in northern New South Wales, which has a subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and wet, mild winters. As most travellers are drawn to Murwillumbah to enjoy outdoor adventures in the surrounding parks, spring and autumn are the best times to visit, when temperatures are still warm but not as hot as in the summer. In some national parks, campsites are closed in the middle of summer in December and February.